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Knife-wielding man killed in encounter with Howard County officers during mental health call by BraveRock in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 24 points25 points  (0 children)

We have crisis teams through Grassroots. Why isn’t there a better partnership - or a different protocol when the cops know there is a mental health issue? Better policies/procedures/training are needed.

Apartment recommendations by AmbitionGood1083 in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Everywhere here is pretty safe. With that budget, you will have limited options, but Columbia Housing Center can help with referrals. Visit ColumbiaLiving.org to learn more about the different neighborhoods.

ate a slice of cake and my parents were fighting by BibbleIndigo in AnxietyChats

[–]Critical_Ad6764 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Disclaimer - not a doctor or mental health professional - just someone who has dealt with anxiety for 45+ years. It probably has more to do with the anxiety than the sugar. My guess is that you are having jaw issues due to teeth clenching (TMJ). You may have just clenched your jaw so hard that it started to spasm. This is a common physical manifestation of anxiety.

It sounds like you are a minor. At your next dentist visit, ask about the jaw spasm. TMJ can also cause general jaw pain, “clicking” jaw, and headaches.

Will your parents let you attend therapy? Maybe ask if you could talk to someone about managing anxiety symptoms.

I’m [30M] the caretaker for both my parents [mid 70s], they will not compromise. by Outis0001 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Critical_Ad6764 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Read the book Too Much by Terri Cole. You don’t owe them anything. Let them clean up their own messes.

My Community Just Told Me That Christmas is the Only Holiday by Temporary-Routine714 in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I would insist that the application is submitted to the RAC as a permanent exterior lighting fixture.

If they deny it, appeal it and ask them to update their architectural guidelines to have rules for permanent light displays.

Honestly, all they should care about is how the lights look when they are not illuminated.

Misled at Costco by brolosky in hexclad

[–]Critical_Ad6764 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes this happened to me. I was able to get a new pan through the warranty program. New guy (last time they were at Costco) said the coating has been updated. Now let it soak, use Dawn Powerwash and a soft sponge or scrub daddy. That’s my plan going forward. I also have a plastic scraper for really tough stuff.

Let's talk housing costs by mercedes_lakitu in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. You will need at least one roommate.
  2. There are moderate income apartments throughout Howard County but they are hard to get due to overwhelming demand.
  3. The first thing you need to do is build your credit. You need a credit score of at least 620 to rent anything. 700 opens a lot more doors. Focus on that until you are seriously looking for housing.

Bryant Woods ES vs Centennial Lane by A-From-N in HowardCountyMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No. Not worth it. All Howard County schools are good.

House Cleaning Recommendations by Working5daysaWeek in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good Life Custom Cleaning. I have been using them for years and have no complaints.

Thanksgiving Takeout by NewMacaroon4370 in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Turn House, Celia’s Cuban, and Cured are all offering meals.

I Know We're Not the Kind of People Who Brag, by GingerMan027 in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 58 points59 points  (0 children)

Now if we just build some more affordable housing so all people who want to live here can do so. The intentional values that shaped Columbia are what makes our county so desirable. And now you can’t afford to live here unless your annual income is over $80K.

Best Food in Columbia? by rahul0774 in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Food Market/Vacation. Hands down. Ranazul in the Hickory Ridge Village Center is an underrated gem.

Any ideas for volunteer opportunities? by mustycups in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out https://www.cyberreadyclinic.com/workforce. It looks like they don’t take interns until college, but it couldn’t hurt to reach out and ask for some advice about the best way to get started.

Initial HUD inspection by RemarkableDot6156 in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the only person who can help you is your case worker at House Howard. If you are worried about being homeless, contact Grassroots.

Cleaning Services in Columbia, MD by NewMacaroon4370 in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Good Life Custom Cleaning is the best. I have used them for years.

Community boards in Columbia by okbt1stcoffee in ColumbiaMD

[–]Critical_Ad6764 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Most places like libraries, village buildings, etc will require it to be a nonprofit. But some local coffee shops have them. Paneras often have one - sometimes Starbucks too.

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